Chicago Close: Wheat Down on Negative Export Report

Corn and soybean futures ended slightly weaker on Thursday, with wheat also posting losses.

Western Canadian Wheat and Barley Breeding Groups Push for New Long-Term Vision

Western Canadian wheat and barley breeding groups say the sector is at an “inflection point” and needs a renewed, collaborative vision to keep delivering better varieties for farmers and end-use customers.

Ontario Planting Limited by Wet Fields

Ontario farmers are making early progress with spring planting, although wet field conditions continue to limit activity in some areas of the province.

Saskatchewan Planting Lagging Due to Wet, Cool Weather

Early planting has been a challenge for some Saskatchewan producers.

Canada’s fields are ready for AI. Is Ottawa?

Soybean Stocks Down Hard; Corn Nudges Higher

Canadian corn stocks as of March 31 nudged higher from a year earlier, while soybean stocks plummeted.

March 31 Pea, Lentil Stocks Highest on Record

Total March 31 stocks of most Canadian pulse and special crops were up from a year earlier, with lentils and peas hitting the highest on record.

Barley Stocks Flat; Oats Higher

Despite a much larger crop in 2025, total Canadian barley stocks as of March 31 were flat compared to a year earlier. On the other hand, oat stocks were higher.

March 31 Canadian All Wheat Stocks Heaviest Since 2014

Total Canadian wheat stocks as of March 31 were the heaviest in more than a decade.

Canadian Canola Stocks Up More Than 27%

Canadian canola stockpiles as of March 31 were up by more than one-quarter compared to a year earlier.

Slow Start for Manitoba Planting

Planting of the 2026 crop is off to a slow start in Manitoba.

Strychnine Training Program Now Available for Saskatchewan Producers

Online training is now available for Saskatchewan producers seeking access to 2% liquid strychnine for targeted Richardson’s ground squirrel control under the province’s Strychnine Stewardship Program.

Chicago Close: Profit Taking Knocks Futures Lower

Corn, wheat and soybean futures all closed lower Tuesday, with profit taking after recent gains an undermining factor.